Saturday, June 13, 2026

Editor's Column

Winter Blues & Spring Hope: Industry Trends & ISPA Conference Preview

I hope as you read this, spring is peeking around the corner. It’s probably a bit optimistic, I know.  As I write in February, North Carolina is preparing for its...

Industry Admiration: A View From Our Window

If you’re anything like me, you know the car is a great place to do some thinking. I...

Personal & Professional Highlights from the Sleep Products Industry in 2024

I have one child who has always liked to quantify things and experiences. If you ask, they can...

The Gift

Recently, I was part of a group who hosted a party for a dear friend. The party took place...

10 Years of Sleep Industry Transformation

Last month marked my 10th anniversary with the International Sleep Products Association. It seems hard to believe. So...

Finishing Touches

Mattress tapes and fibers add that extra something to a mattress. Whether it’s a...

New Adventures

Early this year, I pulled out my calendar and started making plans. I marked...

A Joint Endeavor

As an editor, it’s gratifying to read through a completed issue and see unexpected...

Let’s Banish “It Is What It Is”

Language monitors offer some amazing insights into words and terms we should avoid. What do...

What’s New?

Welcome to January, the month of fresh starts and big resolution energy. Have you...

Goodbye, 2022

Ah, December. Here at last.  For many of us, it’s a month filled with colorful...

Missing Pieces Fall Into Place

High Point Market produces strong traffic, upbeat interactions. I had a quick meeting with Jonathan...

A Note of Appreciation

There’s never a bad time to express gratitude and thanks.  In our cover story this...

Four Key Trends We’re Watching

Online mattress sales, high-end strength, retail optimism and sustainability stir industry discussions. Bricks and clicks....

Reaching Forward

If you’re like me, you associate a good morning stretch with a good night’s...

Fall Arrives in Pumpkin Spiced Flavors

Starbucks serves a primer on the power of seasonal selling. My first taste of fall...

Good for Everyone

Have you ever heard the expression, a rising tide lifts all boats?  I know the...




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